Support in the workplace

As somebody combining a caring role with paid employment you are likely to need support in the workplace, at different times and on a number of different levels.

It may be that you need access to a telephone to check on the
person you care for, or to arrange leave to fit in with someone
coming out of hospital. The good news is that carers do have
statutory rights and more and more employers are coming to realise
the benefits of supporting carers. There is more information
about carers rights at work on the Carers UK website

Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service

Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service offers free employment
advice sessions for carers. They can also advise you on your
rights at work. To find out more visit their website

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

As a major local employer, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
supports carers in the workforce by promoting flexible working
arrangements which allow carers to remain in, or return to work.
Get in touch for further details and to see what vacancies are
currently available.

Bootstrap Supported Employment Service

Bootstrap's Supported Employment Service has a dedicated
supported employment worker for carers. This worker can go through
the whole process with a carer, from thinking about what sort of
work or volunteering opportunity, to working through the
practicalities of making it happen, including 'walking alongside'
the person as they settle into their new job.

You can contact any of these organisations direct but if you are still unsure the Adult Social Care Customer Liaison Team may be able to advise you. You can contact them from 8.45am to 5pm, Monday to Friday on (01254) 587547.